2000 Audi A8 vs. 1987 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1987 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Corsa.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1987 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A8 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
